Chief of Facilities Engineering-WW-Facilities
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JOB DESCRIPTION CHIEF OF FACILITIES ENGINEERING (FACILITIES DIVISION) WATERWORKS Human Resources Department 700 Town Center Drive, Suite 200 Newport News, VA 23606 NEWPORT NEWS, VA Phone: (757) 926-1800 CITY OF OPPORTUNITY Fax: (757) 926-1825 GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for the oversight and management of the Facilities Engineering Branch of the Department of Waterworks. Reports to the Facilities Manager. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for the effective supervision and administration of the Facilities Engineering Branch including budget preparation and monitoring, development of capital improvement plans, purchasing and financial transactions, preparation of reports, performance management, employee relations, prioritizing and assigning work and related activities. Oversees and serves as project manager on major water utility projects; identifies, researches, and recommends project needs, plans, and scope of work; drafts requests for proposals; assists in selecting contractors; oversees and monitors work performed by contractors to ensure that contract plans, scope and specifications are being followed; oversees project inspections; interprets, contracts, resolves conflicts, and negotiates contract changes as appropriate; reviews and recommends invoices for payment. Ensures the safety, security, and regulatory compliance of all work assigned. Coordinates, develops, and recommends long-range plans pertaining to the maintenance, rehabilitation and new construction of water treatment plants, water distribution storage tanks, pumping stations, dams and related appurtenances; develops and recommends policies and procedures; recommends branch structure and organization; and establishes and implements management systems to effectively meet operating goals and objectives. Serves as technical expert and liaison to federal, state, and local agencies as well as other City Departments and organizations in the area of facilities engineering; reviews and recommends approval or approves of engineering plans and specifications; reviews maintenance issues and recommends appropriate action; troubleshoots and resolves facility issues. Performs other duties as assigned. PERFORMANCE STANDARD Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics. Page 1 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE • Civil Engineering – Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering design and federal, state, and local regulations related to civil engineering including the principles and theory of applied engineering, design, and construction. General knowledge of real estate principles and practices including survey, appraisal, negotiation, and eminent domain as well as the systems that support them. • Water System Operations – Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to the water system engineering including the principles and theory of applied engineering, design, and construction. Knowledge of water and natural resources management and planning as related to water and land resources. • Project Management – Comprehensive knowledge of organizing, planning, coordinating, managing and directing administrative functions, planning processes and technology projects. • Supervision - Knowledge of leadership techniques, principles and procedures to assign work, schedule, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff. • Safety - Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to construction operations. REQUIRED SKILLS • Judgment/Decision Making — Evaluates the best method of research and then exercises appropriate judgment in establishing priorities and resolving complex matters. Considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations. • Technology –Utilizes personal computer applications to include database administration, word processing, spreadsheet, complex predictive models, and project manager software. REQUIRED ABILITIES • Coordination of Work – Ability to establish and implement effective administrative programs and procedures. Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Performs a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others. • Communication – Excellent ability to communicate complex ideas and proposals effectively including the preparation of engineering plans and specifications, reports, agendas, and policies. Ability to listen and understand information and ideas being presented verbally and in writing. Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner. • Financial Management – Ability to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and statistical applications to perform purchasing and financial transactions. Ability to employ economic and accounting principles and practices in the analysis and reporting of budgeting data. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field and 5-7 years of engineering management experience with 2–3 years of lead or supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Page 2 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS An acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. This position requires a pre-employment audio examination. Must possess and maintain a current Professional Engineer license from the Commonwealth of Virginia, or must obtain within one year of employment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work. • Some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. • Some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (10-20 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at keyboard or work station. SENSORY REQUIREMENT • Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. • Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials/chemicals, confined spaces, electrical/mechanical equipment, vibrations, electric currents, or traffic hazards. Page 3 of 3 Revised: 08/01/2015 .